The Richmond Burrito Trail discovers the essence of Sonora, Mexico, with a visit to the Mi Casita Mariscos Taqueria on San Pablo Avenue. This “Sonora Inspired” burrito is coming in hot! We arrived back at Grandview Headquarters with a Super Shrimp Burrito still piping hot. Maybe it’s the hottest
by Soren Hemmila
Recently, the East Bay Regional Park District signed a letter of intent to acquire the 80-acre Point Molate property in Richmond, leaving residents with many questions, including what will become of Winehaven, Richmond’s historic winery. EBRPD said the acquisition will ensure that the historic land will be preserved as
by Soren Hemmila & Linda Hemmila
Masa Tamales & Taqueria has a Point Richmond location and another on San Pablo Avenue that is also in the City of Pride and Purpose. We received several requests to visit Masa and chose the San Pablo Avenue location with a drive-thru. They call it Masa Tamales & Taqueria El
by Soren Hemmila
The Contra Costa County District Attorney has charged Alexi Alexander Pineda Ticas, 30, with murder following the death of 16-year-old Ricardo Funes-Barajas. The charges stem from a fatal collision on July 14, which authorities say was caused by Pinedaticas driving under the influence. The DA’s office issued a warrant
by Soren Hemmila
District 5 Councilmember Gayle McLaughlin is working with community members and city staff to identify sites to build tiny home villages for adults in Richmond. Tiny villages are temporary housing communities that provide a supportive environment for people experiencing homelessness as they transition to more permanent housing. One such tiny
by Soren Hemmila
Belding Woods resident Dr. Jamelia Brown is running for Richmond City Council to address what she describes as unmet community needs and boost economic resilience in District 1. Brown, who has extensive experience in social work and juvenile justice, says her background will help her collaborate with the community to
by Soren Hemmila
The Richmond Burrito Trail is back on 23rd Street, exploring a fast-food staple serving Mexican-inspired food. We’ve long been curious how this outpost of the multinational restaurant chain survives in a food mecca populated with authentic Mexican food. With our preconceived opinions firmly in check and our taste buds
by Soren Hemmila
A San Rafael man whose teenage crime spree ended in Richmond after stealing celebrity chef Guy Fieri’s Lamborghini and attempted murder could soon be released from prison. According to the San Francisco Standard, a state Parole Board granted Max Wade parol on Thursday. Wade was convicted of a 2012
by Soren Hemmila